2004 BMW 316 vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 337 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 316 | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 316 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 7999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 273 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
